The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has vocally opposed the recent amendment to the Electoral Act 2026, which has been signed into law by President Bola Tinubu. In a strongly worded statement, the PDP described the amendment as a significant threat to democracy and an affront to the electorate's will. The amendment was signed shortly after the Independent National Electoral Commission had released the timetable for the upcoming 2027 general elections, which adds urgency to the controversy surrounding it.

The PDP's National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong, has accused the National Assembly of actively working against the interests of Nigerians by diluting important provisions that mandate the electronic transmission of election results. This is seen as a critical aspect of ensuring transparency and trust in the electoral process. The timing of the amendment, being passed just a day prior to its signing, has raised suspicions about the intent behind these changes and their potential implications for fair elections in Nigeria.

The reaction to the amendment has triggered a wave of public discussion and debate about the legitimacy and transparency of the electoral process in Nigeria. As the country approaches critical elections, concerns about the integrity of electoral laws are significant. The PDP’s allegations highlight the ongoing struggles over democratic governance in Nigeria, suggesting a deepening divide between political factions and raising questions about how such changes will ultimately affect voter confidence in elections going forward.